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Yamakasi
2001·Movie
·1h 30min·
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Relentless energy, light on feelings.
Energy
Pulse-pounding and breakneck
Fast from start to finish.
- Adrenaline9
- Fast Pace9
- Tension7
Heart
Emotionally reserved
- Hopefulness5
- Wonder5
- Pathos4
Humor
Some slapstick
Not a comedy at heart.
- Physical Comedy5
- Absurdist Humor3
- Satire & Parody3
World
Everyday modern life, sports, and crime
- World Immersion7
- Rewatchability6
- Novelty6
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Intrigue7
- Direction6
- Acting6
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography7
- Editing7
- Music Composition6
Energy
Very highPulse-pounding and breakneck
Fast from start to finish.
Yamakasi is pulse-pounding, breakneck, and tense.
All energy traits
- Adrenaline9High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Fast Pace9Quick tempo and momentum.
- Tension7Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Violence6Physical conflict and intensity.
- Scare2Frightening moments and scares.
Heart
LowEmotionally reserved
It keeps its emotions at a distance.
All heart traits
- Hopefulness5Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Wonder5Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Pathos4Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Catharsis4Emotional release and payoff.
- Wholesome3Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Melancholy3Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Nostalgia3Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Coming of Age3Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Family Dynamics3Relationships and generational ties.
- Romance2Love stories and emotional connections.
Related traits
- Character Depth6Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
LowSome slapstick
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect some slapstick.
All humor traits
- Physical Comedy5Slapstick and visual gags.
- Absurdist Humor3Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Satire & Parody3Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Dark Humor3Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Situational Comedy2Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Wit & Wordplay2Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Cringe Humor2Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
World
MediumEveryday modern life, sports, and crime
Its world is built around everyday modern life, sports, and crime.
All world traits
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Rewatchability6Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Dialogue Centrality5Stories driven by conversation.
- Ambiguity3Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Contemporary Realism8Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Sports8Competition, training, and teamwork.
- Crime7Heists, investigation, and underworld.
- Class & Capitalism6Wealth, power, and inequality.
- Social Commentary5Perspectives on society and norms.
Craft
MediumSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Intrigue7Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Direction6Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting6Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure6Story architecture and form.
- Character Depth6Rich, complex characterization.
- Dialogue Quality5Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Complexity5Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative1Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Fast Pace9Quick tempo and momentum.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
Style
MediumFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition6Score and musical identity.
- Sound Centrality6Sound design as core element.
- Visual Stylization5Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Centrality5Songs central to storytelling.
Related traits
- Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Dialogue Centrality5Stories driven by conversation.
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Yamakasi - Les samouraïs des temps modernes is a 2001 French movie written by Luc Besson. It demonstrates the skills of the Yamakasi, a group of traceurs who battle against injustice in the Paris ghetto. They use parkour to steal from the rich in order to pay off medical bills for a kid injured copying their techniques.
Parkour ActionUrban Robin HoodsFrench GhettoHigh-Energy StuntsSocial JusticeCrime FightingFast-PacedTeamwork
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Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is Yamakasi worth watching?
66
GoodGoodWatch scoreMostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 67/100 (IMDb 6.2). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Yamakasi rated?
Violence
Content advisories: violence.
How long is Yamakasi?
1 h 30 min
Yamakasi runs 1 h 30 min.
Was Yamakasi a box office hit?
Budget$15 million
Box office$1 million
No. It cost about $15 million to make and earned $1 million worldwide, 9% of its budget.
What language is Yamakasi in?
French
It was made in French. Produced in France.
In how many countries can I watch Yamakasi?
13
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